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BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,620

Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring   
Difference: $9,855

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,881

Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring   
Difference: $9,249

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120112009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesRX-8
Trim328i335i335isM3Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Base Price $37,650 $44,100 $51,100 $58,900 $31,000
Base Invoice $34,840 $40,770 $47,210 $54,390 $28,681
Premium Package 1,950 2,650 2,650 2,500 900
Navigation system 2,100 2,100 2,100   2,000
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550  
Heated front seats 500 500 500 500  
Proximity key 500 500 500    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350 350 350  
Convenience Package       2,900  
Rear spoiler       0  
Sunroof       0  
Cargo mat         50
Premium Package 1,775 2,410 2,410 2,275 774
Navigation system 1,910 1,910 1,910   1,720
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500  
Heated front seats 455 455 455 455  
Proximity key 455 455 455    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320 320 320  
Convenience Package       2,640  
Rear spoiler       0  
Sunroof       0  
Cargo mat         36
Options (change) 5,950 6,650 6,650 6,800 2,950
Options (change) 5,415 6,050 6,050 6,190 2,530
Destination 875 875 875 875 670
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $44,475 $51,625 $58,625 $67,875 $34,620
Total Invoice $41,130 $47,695 $54,135 $62,755 $31,881

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,860
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,479
Model Year20112011201120112009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesRX-8
Trim328i335i335isM3Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Engine230hp I6300hp I6320hp I6414hp V8232hp R2
TransmissionT6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8180, 8180, 8180, 8300, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18245/40-18225/45-18
Total Price$44,475$51,625$58,625$67,875$34,620
Adjustments for Features-2,995-1,945-1,845-3,0200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,480$49,680$56,780$64,855$34,620
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,200$15,300$23,375$0
Total Invoice$41,130$47,695$54,135$62,755$31,881
Adjustments for Features-2,770-1,797-1,704-2,7920
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,360$45,898$52,431$59,963$31,881
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,538$14,071$21,603$0

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20112011201120112009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesRX-8
Trim328i335i335isM3Grand Touring
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
6-speed manual $150 $150$150
-speed   $0  
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual    $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0 
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row$100$100$100$100 
Brake assist$50$50$50$50 
Obstacle detection, rear   $250 
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Second-row high console    $250
Second-row low console$100$100$100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300$300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150 
Raised top speed limiter  $0  
Exterior 
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Sport rocker panels (optional)   $0 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25 
CD changer, in-dash    $325
CD player$125$125$125$125 
HD radio$50$50$50$50 
iPod integration$100  $100 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
Satellite radio    $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25 
Surround sound    $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200 
Traffic information$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0  $0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Compass$0$0$0$0 
Fog lights$125$125  $125
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Trip computer$150$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100$100 
Floor mats    $75
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50 
Metal pedals  $75 $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Wood trim$300$300   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0$0 
Total Value of Features$5,220$4,170$4,070$5,245$2,225
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,995$1,945$1,845$3,020$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,770-1,797-1,704-2,7920

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mazda RX-8

Model Year20112009
Model3-SeriesRX-8
Body2dr Coupe4dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.7 in106.4 in
Length181.1 in175.6 in
Width70.2 in69.7 in
Height54.1 in52.8 in
Curb Weight3,363 lb.3,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in48.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume11.1 ft37.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested180063%
Total Not Requested107537%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Total Requested125063%
Total Not Requested72537%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335is

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Total Requested125063%
Total Not Requested72537%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Aluminum trim100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested120056%
Total Not Requested92544%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100No
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested85059%
Total Not Requested59041%

Option Package Details
Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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